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XMN → RMQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (Xiamen) to Taichung Ching Chuang Kang Airport (Taichung)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of Xiamen's iconic landmarks including Gulangyu Island immediately after takeoff and a clear perspective of the Kinmen Islands during the transit across the Taiwan Strait.
Gulangyu Island
A bird's-eye view of the UNESCO World Heritage pedestrian-only island and its colonial architecture.
Kinmen Islands
Clear views of Greater and Lesser Kinmen, showcasing the unique geography of these islands so close to the mainland.
Taiwan Strait
The vast blue waters and numerous cargo ships traversing one of the world's busiest shipping lanes.
Taichung Harbor
Massive cargo terminals and the rows of offshore wind turbines along the coastline.
Bagua Plateau
The rolling green hills and tea plantations located just south of the Taichung urban area.
The right side is best for morning flights as the sun is behind the plane. Be ready with your camera immediately after takeoff from XMN to capture the Xiamen skyline and Gulangyu. Kinmen appears within minutes of departure.
Jimei School Village
View of the distinctive Tan Kah Kee style architecture and the northern coastal developments of Xiamen.
Quanzhou Bay Bridge
A distant look at the massive bridge infrastructure connecting the Quanzhou coastline.
Dajia River Estuary
The winding river mouth as the plane begins its descent into the Taichung basin.
Northern Taichung Skyline
Dense urban landscape of the Beitun and Xitun districts during the final approach.
Opt for the left side during afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern sun. Look for the massive industrial complexes near the Taiwan coast during the descent phase.
Distance: 254 km (158 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 25 min
Departure: XMN (24.54400062561035, 118.12799835205078)
Arrival: RMQ (24.26469993591309, 120.62100219726562)
Route Type: International
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